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Giving gifts to tween girls on Valentine’s Day has become a tradition for some families, including mine. We like to express to our daughter that she’s special to us with a gift or two. Of course, gifts aren’t the only way that we express our feelings, but it’s a lot of fun to see her [...]
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Thanks to MomSelect and Cephia, LLC, I was able to participate in Random Acts of Zhu 2011. This second year of giving away holiday gifts (Zhu Puppies, accessories and play sets) to needy children was much needed since I’ve been under the weather for the entire holiday season. Giving really does have a healing effect [...]
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The Holidays and entertaining go hand in hand with Giada De Laurentiis for Target. Her selection of cookware and delectable grocery items add that special touch to your own recipes. Having items created by Giada herself makes preparing, cooking and serving easy and who doesn’t like easy this time of year? I received the following [...]
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I got my JC Penney Secret Santa gift in the mail the other day. This exchange was set up through Mom Central and it included bloggers. I love these type of exchanges because not knowing the recipient puts my gift giving talent to work. The Secret Santa tag from JC Penney added to the excitement. [...]
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I love taking part in Secret Santa gift exchanges. JC Penney has added to the fun with it’s brand new Santa Tag QR Code. When you use it, your gift will be more personalized with a special message. And the person who gets your gift will get to know you better too! The Santa Tag [...]
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Hickory Farms has been part of the holiday season for me and for my family for years. It’s a tradition that helps us begin celebrating and enjoying this special time of year from Thanksgiving to Christmas and continues through New Years Eve. When I see Hickory Farms open at the mall, it gets me in [...]
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This post is dedicated to my dear Dad, whom I miss so much. My Daddy, who was the macho Italian, but knew that his daughters had him wrapped around his finger, is missed by so many especially on a day like Thanksgiving. His memory is one that keeps my family together because of what he [...]
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You may think that a 40 something mom and her 12 year old daughter wouldn’t be interested in a Disney Junior. show, Jake and the Never Land Pirates. We may not be watch it every day, but we sure do love the characters and the music. And when we know that a special holiday episode [...]
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At my worst – when I’m cranky, irrational, red-nosed from crying and selfish – at my most unlovable moments, I am loved. My husband puts up with so much from me. And I am grateful for his unconditional love. This is my second day in A Week of Thanksgiving, started by my friend Andrea. I’m [...]
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Thanks to Andrea Updyke, I’m joining other bloggers to write about A Week of Thanksgiving. I’ve chosen one of Andrea’s prompts: Someone who inspired me this year. My biggest inspiration is my brave daughter, Sammi. Almost exactly one year ago, she was diagnosed with sinus tachycardia. Any chronic medical condition is tough to handle, but [...]
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YesVideo is all about preserving memories. And many of my favorite memories occur during the holidays. Perhaps it’s because the family is all together. Maybe it’s because we put aside the things that normally upset us and focus on the positive. Or maybe the good food puts us in a good mood! YesVideo can help [...]
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As I get ready for the holiday season, I’m planning the meals I’m going to share with my family. This Thanksgiving, I’m hosting the dinner for the first time in ages. Many of you know that I say I can’t cook, but when it comes to the holidays, I go all out. Those recipes that [...]
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